SPANDREL (upgrade to 60 minutes)

SPANDREL (upgrade to 60 minutes)

Upgrade the existing spandrel between basement and ground floors to provide a minimum standard of fire resistance of 60 minutes. The protection is to be provided on the basement/down side of the spandrel. Standard of construction to be in accordance with Appendix I to this schedule. Junctions with adjacent structural elements, including soffit of staircase, shall be constructed so that the structure maintains its fire integrity in the event of a fire, and is imperforate and sealed against the passage of the products of combustion on completion. Fill any gaps around cables and pipes with intumescent paste.